The Purpose of Your Dog's Carpal Joints

Your dog's emergency brakes / shock absorbers / balancing act

Your dog's carpal joint will not come into direct contact with the ground when your dog is running normally or just walking because of how high up they are on their legs.

However, if your dog is running fast, galloping, or at a canter, the carpal pads might touch the ground briefly during each cycle of the pacing. With each stride, this happens very quickly. Even this brief amount of contact with the ground is helpful for your dog.

• Your Dog's Emergency Brakes

Your dog's carpal pads help your dog put on the brakes in emergency situations. They also help your dog make sharp turns at the last minute.

Because of this, some people call the carpal pads "stopping pads." These pads are extra handy for running at high speeds and taking tight turns for working dogs herding livestock or even dogs involved in canine sports that require a lot of agility.

• Your Dog's Shock Absorbers

If you have a dog that loves playing, running and jumping, chasing balls, or even doing obstacle courses in the sport of canine agility, their carpal pads will help them out with all these things.

When your dog jumps and leaps around, their front feet will hit the ground first during landing, the impact of landing will cause a minor shock throughout their body. Your dog's carpal pads absorb some of that shock when they hit the ground due to the speed and angle of how your dog lands.

• Your Dog's Balancing Act

The wrist help your dog maintain motor control and balance by giving them extra precision and traction while they are in motion.

Lyderpet Dog Wrist Brace Solutions

• The carpus is an important part of the front leg as it absorbs force from the front half of the body (60% of total body weight) and converts this into forward movement, much like a spring. Injury often comes due to chronic repetitive over-use (sporting animals) or due to acute over-loading (falling or jump trauma).
• Dogs of all breeds, sizes and ages are active animals that love to run, jump, and play, and they are very prone to arthritic conditions and joint problems, so dog sprained wrists are not uncommon. A sprained wrist in dogs typically results from a sudden twisting or bending of the joint beyond its normal range of motion. Lyderpet wrist braces can provide much needed relief and support.
• Lyderpet dog front leg brace is used to support and stabilize the dog front legs, carpals and wrists to keep the dog active while speeding up the healing and preventing dog from licking the wounds.
• These leg wraps are comfortable for the dog to wear and are fitted easily by three stretchable straps and Velcros as well 2 pieces of strong metal splints, and the front leg wrap provides coverage and protection for wounds located between the top of the paw and mid-forelimb. these all make Lyderpet carpus brace is effective in stabilizing and fixing bones, ligaments, and joints to promote healing and long-term mobility.
• Lyderpet dog wrist brace solutions can be built as a non-surgical, post-operative alternative to traditional casts, or as an advanced sports brace solution.

What are the symptoms of a sprained wrist in a dog?

The symptoms of a sprained wrist in a dog may include limping, swelling, pain, and reluctance to use the affected leg. Your dog may also be more sensitive to touch or have difficulty moving the wrist.

A sprained wrist can be a painful and uncomfortable experience for dogs. It is important to take proper care of your dog’s injury to ensure a speedy recovery.

How can I support my dog’s wrist after a sprain?

You can support your dog’s wrist after a sprain by limiting their activity and providing a comfortable place for them to rest. Your veterinarian may also recommend using a splint or bandage to immobilize the wrist and prevent further injury.

Important notices on Lyderpet dog leg brace front

• Weight Is NOT determining factor for selecting the correct size
• Dogs are the same weight can be different sizes depending
• In order to choose the right size, you need to measure the perimeter of your dog’s leg at carpus level.
• The dog may feel odd when using the support for the first few days. It is important to only use it for a few hours so that it the animal gets used to it. After the first week, the support can be left on all day. Dogs that have undergone surgery should use the support on a permanent basis from the first day onwards.